Pataraguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pataraguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hajaridang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pataraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pataraguda is 425305. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Pataraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pataraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Pataraguda village had a total population of 532 people, including 248 males and 284 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.04%, with male literacy at 47.91% and female literacy at 27.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 476.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 532 | 248 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 221 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 103 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 145 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Pataraguda
Pataraguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pataraguda
Public transport in the Pataraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pataraguda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pataraguda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pataraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pataraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pataraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pataraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pataraguda
Where is Pataraguda located?
Pataraguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pataraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pataraguda is Hajaridang.
What is the pincode of Pataraguda?
The pincode of Pataraguda is 765019.
What is the population of Pataraguda?
Pataraguda had a total population of 532, including 248 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Pataraguda?
Pataraguda had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pataraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pataraguda was 37.04%. Male literacy was 47.91% and female literacy was 27.78%.